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Luxury Ski Chalet Rentals in Méribel
Wood and stone chalets at the very heart of Les 3 Vallées, with spas, chefs and ski-in ski-out access
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The middle of the biggest ski area in the world
Méribel sits in the central valley of Les 3 Vallées, which makes it the natural base for skiing the whole area: Courchevel one way, Val Thorens and Les Menuires the other. It was founded in 1938 by a Scot, Peter Lindsay, and strict building rules have kept it a resort of wood and stone chalets ever since, which is why it looks so much prettier than most of its neighbours.
Our Méribel collection runs to 60+ chalets, from family chalets in Méribel Village to grand catered chalets on the piste in Méribel Centre and Mottaret, with indoor pools, hammams and cinema rooms.
Below is a guide to choosing where to stay, the skiing and the practicalities.
Meribel at a glance
- Chalets
- 60+ in Méribel, sleeping up to 22 guests
- Guide prices
- Typically £4,000 to £15,000 a week, from around £2,500
- Villages
- Méribel Centre, Méribel Village and Mottaret
- Ski area
- Les 3 Vallées, linking Méribel with Courchevel, Val Thorens and Les Menuires
- Getting there
- Geneva, Lyon or Chambéry airports, or the train to Moûtiers
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Chalet La Foret | 7-Bedroom Chalet with Hot Tub in Meribel7 bedrooms
Chalet Gelinotte France5 bedrooms
Chalet des Cerisiers France6 bedrooms
Chalet La Ravale | 6-Bedroom Chalet with Hot Tub in Meribel6 bedroomsMéribel and its neighbours
Méribel Centre for restaurants and the busiest lifts, Méribel Village for a quieter hamlet with its own chairlift, Mottaret for altitude and ski-in convenience, and all of Les 3 Vallées within reach.
Centre, Village or Mottaret
Méribel Centre, at around 1,450 metres, is the heart of the resort, with the main lifts, the shops and the liveliest restaurants and bars. Méribel Village, lower down, is a small, peaceful hamlet with its own chairlift into the ski area, and Mottaret, higher up the valley at around 1,750 metres, offers more snow-sure skiing and many ski-in ski-out chalets.
The resort's rules on traditional architecture mean that even the newest chalets are built in wood and stone, so wherever you stay the valley looks the part.
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Les 3 Vallées in every direction
From Méribel you can ski to Courchevel, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Les Menuires and Val Thorens, across Les 3 Vallées' roughly 600 kilometres of linked pistes. Méribel's own slopes are broad and varied, with long runs from the Saulire and Mont Vallon, and the valley hosted the women's alpine events at the 1992 Olympics.
In 2023 Méribel and Courchevel jointly hosted the Alpine World Ski Championships, which gives some idea of the standard of the slopes.
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The home of the catered chalet
Méribel is perhaps the classic catered-chalet resort, with chefs, hosts and drivers looking after the house while you ski. Evenings run from fondue in a mountain hut to dinner in the chalet, with plenty of après in Méribel Centre for those with the energy.
The season normally runs from early December to mid April. Our concierge can arrange transfers, ski hire fitted in the chalet, private instructors, lift passes and childcare.
Ask our conciergeFeatured chalets in Meribel
Chateau De L’ange | 8-Bedroom Chateau with Private Pool in Agel8 bedrooms · sleeps 18From £7,397 a week
Chalet Bonbon France6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £6,789 a week
Chateau Joncaises | 10-Bedroom Chateau in Cambayrac Albas10 bedrooms · sleeps 20From £6,645 a week
Chateau De La Joie | 9-Bedroom Chateau in Saint-Victor-Rouzaud Bezac9 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £5,805 a week
Chalet Des Titans France6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £5,092 a week
Chalet Berangaria France5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,385 a week
Chateau Baroque France11 bedrooms · sleeps 22From £3,979 a week
Chalet La Lune D’or France5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £3,961 a weekWhy book your Méribel chalet with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right chalet in the right spot
Méribel's villages and altitudes suit different groups, and we know which chalets are truly on the piste. With 60+ chalets in Méribel, we can match the chalet to the group: on the piste for keen skiers, close to ski school for young families, catered or self-catered, and sized correctly down to the number of bunk rooms.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees, and questions about lift access, boot rooms, catering or parking go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the mountain
Airport transfers, ski hire fitted in the chalet, private instructors and guides, lift passes, mountain restaurant tables and childcare: our concierge team arranges it all before you arrive in Méribel.
Chalets for families and large groups
Our collection includes chalets sleeping up to 22 guests, many with a chef, a spa or pool and a driver, so a group ski holiday runs smoothly from the first morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which part of Méribel is best for a chalet holiday?
Méribel Centre is best for restaurants and lifts, Méribel Village for a quiet hamlet with its own chairlift, and Mottaret for higher, more snow-sure skiing and many ski-in ski-out chalets.
Can I ski the whole of Les 3 Vallées from Méribel?
Yes. Méribel is in the central valley of Les 3 Vallées, with around 600 kilometres of linked pistes reaching Courchevel, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Les Menuires and Val Thorens on one lift pass.
Are there chalets in Méribel for large groups?
Yes. Our Méribel collection includes chalets sleeping up to 22 guests. Tell us the size of your group and the dates, and we will send a shortlist of chalets that suit it.
How much does a luxury chalet in Meribel cost?
Across our 60+ chalets in Meribel, weekly rates typically range from £4,000 to £15,000, with the most affordable from around £2,500 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with Christmas, New Year and February half term the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Méribel?
The nearest airports are Geneva, Lyon and Chambéry, with private transfers of around two and a half to three hours. You can also take the train to Moûtiers and drive up from there.
Can you arrange ski hire, lessons and lift passes in Méribel?
Yes. Our concierge can have skis and boots fitted in the chalet, book private instructors or mountain guides, arrange lift passes and reserve tables at mountain restaurants.
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